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1831 Fuller Rd, Unit 9

1831 Fuller Rd
West Des MoinesIA50265

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property at 8601 Westown Pkwy

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8601 Westown Pkwy

West Des MoinesIA50266

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West Des Moines, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Des Moines Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in West Des Moines, IA is a Studio unit found at The View On Hickman in the Windsor Heights neighborhood priced from $625. Lenox Properties in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Des Moines apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The View On Hickman0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$625
Lenox PropertiesGreenwood AStudio,1BA$650
River Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$695
Hampton House ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$699
Park West ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA

As of February 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Des Moines area is the $0.98 price per square foot Timberline Model at Timberline Ridge in the in the Glynn Village neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value West Des Moines apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Model at Normandy Terrace Apartments starting at $900 with a $0.60 price per square foot in the Maplenol Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Des Moines apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Timberline RidgeTimberline3BR,3BA$0.98
Normandy Terrace Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$0.60
Maplewood Townhouses2 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhomes2BR,2BA$1.01
Colonial VillageRichmond2BR,1.5BA$0.78
Sunrise MeadowsB1 - Montego Bay2BR,2BA$1.05
Washington ManorTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.99
Lakeview2 Bedroom 1 Bath Balcony Courtyard2BR,1BA$1.01
Crest Manor2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.05
Douglas Park Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.94
Comfortable living minutes from Merle Hay Mall!2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.03

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Des Moines

What type of rentals are currently available in West Des Moines?

There are currently 339 Apartments for Rent in West Des Moines, IA with pricing that ranges from $595 to $4,500. There are also 98 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Des Moines ranging from $825 to $3,750.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Des Moines?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Des Moines ranges from $825 to $3,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,958.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Des Moines?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Des Moines range from $1,070 to $3,071, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,600 to $3,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,700.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

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